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Mandilas, NNPC Open Quick-Service Center In Abuja

December 16, 2019 7:15 am

As the count-down begins to next year’s Mandilas’ 70th anniversary of doing business and providing services in Nigeria, the Group has reiterated its commitment to the economy and its teeming customers in all parts of the country.

The management has also affirmed that as part of the ongoing restructuring strides, efforts are being made to ensure that its products and services, especially in the Motors’ Division, are brought closer to the customers in order to ensure they enjoy motoring with ease.

This came to the fore recently when Mandilas Group Ltd and the retail arm of the Nigerian …

A Man Jailed In Abuja For Killing A Cow – Femi Fani-Kayode

December 14, 2019 4:25 pm

The former Minister of Aviation, Nigeria, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode writes about the importance the Nigerian government places on cattle’s lives and how they impartially protect herdsmen on his verified Facebook page .

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“A man has been jailed in Abuja for killing a cow that strayed on his land. Meanwhile Fulani herdsmen who kill others and take their land go free.”

“Ten steps forward, twenty steps back. That is the story of Nigeria. Meanwhile, the whole world is moving forward.”

 

Chief Femi Fani-Kayode…

Buhari Back To Abuja After Egypt Trip

December 14, 2019 3:34 am

President Muhammadu Buhari is back to Abuja after a trip to Egypt, where he attended the Aswan Forum designed to set “an Agenda for Sustainable Peace and Development in Africa.”

The aim of the forum was to “address the interconnections between peace and development in Africa while promoting Africa-led solutions through strengthening policies and practices.”

He left Tuesday accompanied by Governors Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa, Godwin Obaseki of Edo and Mai Mala Buni of Yobe for the two-day Forum held on December 11-12. The presidential chopper, which conveyed him to Aso Rock Villa from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, landed …

1 Dead, Many Injured As Trailer Crushes Vehicles In Abuja

December 11, 2019 11:31 am

A middle- age woman died instantly on Wednesday morning when an articulated vehicle ploughed into several vehicles, at the Kugbo Hill, Nyanyan along the Abuja- Keffi Road.

Eye witnesses said the accident occurred at about 10.00 am, when the trailer developed a brake failure while it was about descending the hill. In the process, the driver lost control of the vehicle, when it crushed the other vehicles on its path.

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The articulated vehicle was said to be laden with an excavator, which it was taking to a construction site before …

Ignatius Kaigama Assumes Duty As Abuja Catholic Archbishop

December 6, 2019 3:16 am

The newly appointed Archbishop of the Abuja Catholic Archdiocese, Ignatius Kaigama, has formally assumed office as substantive Archbishop after taking over from John Cardinal Onaiyekan who retired on the attainment of the mandatory 75 years of age. The event was held at the Cathedral of the Twelve Apostles, popularly known as the Papal Ground, Kubwa in Abuja.

In his goodwill message, Pope Francis said that Archbishop Kaigama’s appointment was based on merit having been found capable of holding the exalted position. Francis, whose message was read by Papal Nuncio to Nigeria, Most Rev. Antonio Filipazzi, said Kaigama possesses all the …

Keke Ban: Abuja Residents Groan, Count Losses

December 4, 2019 6:38 am

For the residents of Abuja city center, life has never been the same since the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) clamped an indefinite suspension on the operations of the tricycle taxis, popularly called Keke.

It has not been tales of woes for residents but expression of displeasure on how the decision has inflicted pains on them. They only have the option of been forced to trek long distances to get to their destinations or wait for hours to take a cab, which comes with an astronomical rate increase and the attack of one chance robbers and bag snatchers.

Though the …

Kidnaped Abuja Monarch Released After ₦6.5 Million Ransom

December 2, 2019 6:35 am

The traditional ruler of Rubochi in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory(FCT), Mohammed Ibrahim Pada, who was kidnaped last Wednesday has been released.

The monarch was said to have regained his freedom after his relative paid ₦6.5 million to the kidnappers.

It was gathered that the traditional ruler was released unhurt around 12 o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday after spending four days with his abductors.

Our corresspondent gathered that the kidnapers who initially demanded N30,million from the relatives of the traditional ruler later reduced the amount to N6.5million and released him at a forest in a neighbouring

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Abuja Art Week Debuts to Boost Culture, Tourism

November 29, 2019 3:52 am

Art lovers were treated to the best of art technology and music as the maiden edition of Abuja Art Week held recently in Abuja. The event brought together a selected group of galleries, organisations, artists and events all under one umbrella to network and socialise in an art environment.

Organised by Hezekina Pollutina Ltd in partnership with various restaurants and service providers to create unique attractions and engagements, it also featured both local and international artists and organisations such as Female Artists Association of Nigeria (FEAAN), Institute Francais and Argentinian Embassy.

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Four Doctors Commit Suicide In Abuja

November 28, 2019 8:55 am

Between January and June this year, no fewer than four medical doctors, working in Abuja, committed suicide.

Dr Roland Aigbovo, President Association of Resident Doctors, FCT, disclosed this during a campaign against drug abuse, at Wuse Market. He did not give the names of the doctors.

The campaign, part of activities to mark the association’s Health Week was aimed at educating traders and shoppers on the dangers of drug abuse.

He said that many people resort to substance abuse to ease off stress, adding that “people now take refuge in drugs to cover up stress, believing that once someone is …

London-Abuja Flight Interrupted After Losing Engine Mid-Air

November 27, 2019 10:57 am

An aircraft operated by British Airways from London to Abuja on Tuesday made air return as a result of technical problem.

A statement issued by the airline, confirmed that BA 083 flight returned to Heathrow and was met by the emergency services as a precaution measure after experiencing a minor technical issue.

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The aircraft took off from Heathrow airport Tuesday night and was airborne when pilot announced that the aircraft would be returning to its port of departure

Intending British Airways passengers to London from Abuja left the …

Butchers To Shut Down Meat Market In Abuja

November 25, 2019 6:16 am

Markets in Abuja and its environs may witness severe scarcity of meat as members of association of butchers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will observe a one-day ‘no work’ to protest against the influx of unhealthy meat products from neighboring states.

THISDAY gathered yesterday that the butchers in the city plan to hold a meeting today to deliberate on how to deal with the bad eggs among them who have been involved in the sale of contaminated meat to unsuspecting buyers.

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One of the butchers, who spoke to THISDAY …

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